It Started With a Kiss: Leng Shao's Beloved Wife

Bridge of the Heart

As the black Maybach sped along the nighttime highway, Luo Yichen closed his eyes to rest, his mind reeling from the image of Wu Xinyan at the banquet. Though dressed in lavish attire, she couldn't conceal her inner clarity and resilience, a stark contrast to the heavily made-up, fawning ladies of the elite.

Especially when Wu Xinyan helped a waiter out of trouble, he clearly saw the kindness and sympathy in her eyes, without any hypocrisy or affectation. At that moment, Luo Yichen's heart seemed to be gently touched by something, and a strange feeling spread in his heart.

Returning to the Luo family's old house, Luo Yichen went straight to the study. On the table was a document, which was the project plan that had been bothering him for a long time and he could never find a suitable solution.

"Knock knock knock..."

"Come in."

Wu Xinyan pushed the door open and put a cup of hot milk on the table. "It's late, go to bed early."

Luo Yichen rubbed his brows, his tone carrying a hint of fatigue, "There's another plan that needs to be revised."

Wu Xinyan's eyes fell on the document, and she asked, as if possessed by a mystery, "Is it about the project regarding overseas markets?"

Luo Yichen looked at her in surprise, "How did you know?"

"I..." Wu Xinyan wanted to explain, but found that she couldn't explain herself, so she had to change the subject, "Can I take a look?"

Luo Yichen hesitated for a moment, but finally handed the document to her.

Wu Xinyan carefully flipped through the documents, occasionally making notes with a pen. Luo Yichen hadn't held out much hope at first, as this project had been bothering him for a long time. But seeing her focused expression, a glimmer of anticipation rose in his heart.

Time passed minute by minute. Wu Xinyan put down her pen and handed a revision suggestion to Luo Yichen, "I think we can try starting from this angle..."

Luo Yichen took the document and read it carefully. His brows gradually relaxed, and a hint of appreciation flashed in his eyes. "This is indeed a very good idea. Why didn't I think of it?"

Wu Xinyan smiled faintly, "I'm just offering some ideas, the final decision is still up to you."

Luo Yichen closed the file, stood up, walked to Wu Xinyan, and said sincerely, "Thank you, Xinyan."

This was the first time he called her name. Wu Xinyan was slightly startled, then lowered her head, "It's my duty."

"It's getting late, go to bed early." Luo Yichen turned and walked towards the desk, picked up the documents, but suddenly seemed to remember something and said, "Tomorrow...accompany me to meet someone."

"Okay." Wu Xinyan replied softly, but a hint of doubt arose in her heart. Who was Luo Yichen going to take her to see?

The next day, Luo Yichen brought Wu Xinyan to a private teahouse. As soon as they entered, a kind-looking old lady came to greet them with a smile.

"Yi Chen, you are finally here! This is Xinyan, right? What a beautiful girl!" The old lady took Wu Xinyan's hand affectionately and looked her up and down.

"Grandma, this is Xinyan." Luo Yichen introduced.

Wu Xinyan then realized that Luo Yichen had brought her to see Old Mrs. Luo. She greeted her respectfully, "Hello, Grandma, I'm Wu Xinyan."

Mrs. Luo pulled Wu Xinyan to sit beside her, asking about her well-being and showing her deep concern. Wu Xinyan had expected a wealthy old lady to be difficult to get along with, but she was unexpectedly so approachable and unassuming. She couldn't help but feel a little more favorable towards Luo Yichen's family.

During the meal, Mrs. Luo asked Wu Xinyan about her family situation and interests, and she often praised Luo Yichen's strengths, her intention to bring them together was very obvious. Although Wu Xinyan was shy, she also responded with grace and grace, leaving a very good impression on Mrs. Luo.

"Yichen has been independent since he was young, and his personality is a bit cold. There's no one around to take care of him..." Mrs. Luo said with a hint of heartache in her tone, "Xinyan, you have to take more care of Yichen in the future."

"Grandma, I will." Wu Xinyan nodded in response, her cheeks slightly flushed.

Luo Yichen listened from the side, feeling mixed emotions. He had never seen his grandmother so enthusiastic towards a girl before. It seemed that his grandmother was really very satisfied with Wu Xinyan.

A few days later, Luo's Group hosted a charity dinner, and Luo Yichen brought Wu Xinyan along. Wu Xinyan's elegant demeanor and graceful conversation earned Luo Yichen considerable praise. During the charity auction, Wu Xinyan was particularly attentive to Luo Yichen's every glance and every hint. The two worked in perfect harmony, ultimately securing a valuable piece of art at a high price, bringing the dinner to a climax.

"Mr. Luo and Mrs. Luo are truly a match made in heaven. How enviable!"

"Mrs. Luo is not only beautiful and kind, but also so smart and capable. She is truly rare!"

Listening to the guests' praise, Luo Yichen felt a surge of pride. He turned his head to look at Wu Xinyan beside him. She was so beautiful, her lips curled up slightly, her eyes flickered, and she looked incredibly beautiful.

After the dinner, Luo Yichen and Wu Xinyan walked out of the venue side by side. The night was alluring, the evening breeze was gentle, and melodious music came from the distance. Everything seemed so beautiful and harmonious.

Butler Li came forward and took the coat from Luo Yichen's hand. He looked back and forth between the two of them, a gratified smile on his face...

Butler Li took the coat and stood respectfully aside, watching Luo Yichen and Wu Xinyan approach hand in hand. Under the dim streetlight, their figures were stretched out in an unusually slender manner, like a painting, harmonious and beautiful.

"Sir, Madam, the car is ready." Butler Li reminded softly, with an unconcealable smile in the corners of his eyes and eyebrows.

Luo Yichen nodded slightly, took Wu Xinyan's hand and walked towards the Maybach parked on the side of the road.

After getting in the car, Luo Yichen noticed that Wu Xinyan looked a little tired and asked with concern, "Are you tired?"

"It's okay, it's just that there are too many people at the dinner party and it's a bit stuffy." Wu Xinyan rubbed her temples lightly, but there was still a faint smile on the corner of her mouth.

Luo Yichen held her hand, gently stroking the back of her hand with his fingertips, as if silently comforting her.

The carriage fell into silence. Steward Li observed the two of them through the rearview mirror, feeling secretly relieved. The distance between Mr. and Mrs. was getting closer and closer, which made him, an old man who had watched Luo Yichen grow up, feel extremely relieved.

The next day, Wu Xinyan received a call from the famous stylist Ms. Liu, saying that Luo Yichen had specially arranged a styling design for her.

When Wu Xinyan arrived at the studio, Ms. Liu had already prepared several dresses for her.

"Mrs. Luo, you have a tall figure and outstanding temperament. These dresses are carefully selected by me according to your characteristics. Which one do you like?" Ms. Liu introduced enthusiastically.

Wu Xinyan tried on the clothes one by one and finally chose a light blue starry sky dress. The hem of the dress was dotted with tiny diamonds, like the stars in the night sky, dreamy and beautiful.

"Mrs. Luo, you have such great taste!" Ms. Liu exclaimed. "The design concept of this dress is 'the sea of ​​stars,' symbolizing the eternity and beauty of love. It's a perfect match for you and Mr. Luo!"

"The sea of ​​stars..." Wu Xinyan murmured to herself, Luo Yichen's deep eyes appeared in her mind, and ripples appeared in her heart.

"Mrs. Luo, what do you think of this men's jacket?" Ms. Liu took a dark blue suit jacket from the hanger. It was embroidered with a star pattern that matched the starry sky skirt. "This is a 'couple' style' I designed especially for you and Mr. Luo!"

Wu Xinyan took the coat, gently stroked the exquisite embroidery with her fingertips, and a sweet warmth surged in her heart.

At night, in the garden of the Luo family villa, tiny lights dotted among the flowers, reflecting the blooming roses, which is beautiful beyond words.

Wu Xinyan, wearing a starry sky dress and holding the men's jacket, walked in the garden, looking for Luo Yichen.

"Looking for me?" A familiar voice came from behind with a hint of smile.

Wu Xinyan turned around and saw Luo Yichen in a dark suit, standing tall behind her with two glasses of red wine in his hands.

"How do you know I'm here?" Wu Xinyan was a little surprised.

"Because..." Luo Yichen walked up to her and handed her one of the glasses of red wine. His deep eyes flashed with a dark light in the night. "My heart tells you that you are here."

Wu Xinyan took the wine glass, but her heartbeat accelerated uncontrollably. Luo Yichen's words were like a stone thrown into the calm lake of her heart, stirring up ripples.

The two sat down on a bench in the garden. The night sky was dotted with stars, and the diamonds on Wu Xinyan's dress shone brightly. Taking a sip of red wine, the mellow aroma filled her mouth. Wu Xinyan mustered up the courage to ask, "Did you ask Ms. Liu to design this starry dress for me?"

"Yeah," Luo Yichen nodded, his deep eyes staring at Wu Xinyan, "Do you like it?"

"I like it, it's beautiful." Wu Xinyan's eyes fell on the men's jacket in her hand, "This jacket..."

"Do you want me to wear it?" Luo Yichen's lips curled up into a faint smile, with a hint of imperceptible tenderness.

Wu Xinyan's cheeks flushed slightly, but she didn't avoid his gaze. "I just feel that the stars on this coat are like the twinkling light in your eyes, distant and mysterious."

"Mysterious?" Luo Yichen chuckled, a hint of self-mockery in his tone. "Maybe. From childhood to adulthood, I've always lived under the expectations and pressure of my family. Everyone only sees my bright and beautiful appearance, but no one wants to understand my inner thoughts."

This was the first time that Luo Yichen confided his true feelings to Wu Xinyan. There was a hint of loneliness in his words, which made Wu Xinyan feel sad.

"Me too," Wu Xinyan put down her glass and said softly, "I was abandoned by my parents when I was young and grew up alone in an orphanage. I learned to be independent and also learned to hide my vulnerability."

The moonlight sprinkled on Wu Xinyan's face, reflecting her clear eyes. The strength and fragility in them made Luo Yichen's heart tremble slightly.

"You know what? I've had a dream since I was a child," Wu Xinyan said, looking up at the starry sky. "I want to be a designer and use my work to bring happiness and hope to people."

"Then why..."

"Because there are no opportunities and no one supports me." Wu Xinyan said with a hint of bitterness, "I can only choose the most realistic path and work hard to make money to keep myself alive."

Luo Yichen listened quietly without interrupting her. He knew that what Wu Xinyan needed was not sympathy, but listening and understanding.

"What about you?" Wu Xinyan turned to look at Luo Yichen, "What is your dream?"

"Me?" Luo Yichen seemed stunned by the question. After a moment's silence, he slowly spoke, "My dream is to one day break free from the constraints of my family and do what I truly want to do."

"For example?" Wu Xinyan asked.

Luo Yichen's gaze fell on the distance, his eyes deep and blurred, "For example..."

He suddenly paused and turned to look at Wu Xinyan, his deep eyes flashing with complex thoughts. "For example, going with you to see all the stars in the world."

Wu Xinyan was stunned, her heart beating like a drum. She felt Luo Yichen's hand gently holding hers, warm and strong.

"A-choo——" Wu Xinyan suddenly sneezed, breaking the ambiguous atmosphere between the two.

Luo Yichen frowned slightly, "Caught a cold?"